Adopted Local Plans

The Local Plan sets out a framework for the future development of the area. It looks at our needs and opportunities in relation to housing, the economy, community facilities and infrastructure. It is also the basis for conserving and enhancing the natural and historic environment, mitigating and adapting to climate change, and achieving well designed places.

We are responsible for producing the Local Plan. The forthcoming Local Development Scheme will set out our timetable for a new Local Plan to cover the whole of Somerset, except for Exmoor National Park which produces its own Local Plan.

Until we adopt the Somerset Local Plan, existing Local Plans remain in place for the individual geographical areas of the former district councils.

Planning Policy Statement

Summary of planning policy documents relating to Somerset Council

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Sedgemoor Local Plan 2011 to 2032

The adopted Local Plan for the Sedgemoor area sets out the policy framework for future development in the area. It includes provision of housing, employment, retail and other facilities and infrastructure. The Sedgemoor Local Plan 2011 to 2032 was adopted on 20 February 2019.

• Sedgemoor Local Plan 2011 to 2032
• Local Plan Adoption Statement
• Sustainability Appraisal Post Adoption Statement
• Sedgemoor Local Plan Inspector’s Report
• Sedgemoor Local Plan Inspector’s Report Appendix – Main Modifications Schedule

Sedgemoor Policies Map

We recommend using the Interactive Version of the Policies Map to easily view where the different policies apply. Alternatively, maps can be downloaded.

• Policies Map – Key and Map Index
• Policies Map – District Maps
• Policies Map – Inset Maps 1 to 5
• Policies Map – Inset Maps 6 to 13
• Policies Map – Inset Maps 14 to 30
• Policies Map – Inset Maps 31 to 40
• Policies Map – Inset Maps 41 and 42